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J30 BFS

1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

132,205 mi
Last recorded132,205 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2022
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon96,733 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ30 BFS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Wagon
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2022 132,205 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 129,822 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 125,910 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 122,588 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 120,650 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 118,789 miles

slight corosion os front inner sill

Pass 9 Aug 2016 117,003 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 117,003 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both front (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 116,336 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 115,177 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 114,082 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 111,930 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 110,028 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 106,629 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 106,629 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 104,589 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 102,181 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 98,855 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 94,485 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Space Wagon?

Based on 151,903 MOT tests across 18,779 vehicles.

65.0%
Pass Rate
6,238
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
18,779
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,795
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,161
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,134
Stop lamp not working 7,882
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,067
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J30 BFS is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 96,733 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Space Wagon fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,795 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J30 BFS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Space Wagon typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Space Wagon is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J30 BFS registered?

J30 BFS is a 1998 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, first registered on 22 January 1998.

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The MOT history for J30 BFS shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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